Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons)

Pharmaceutical science is the study of the formulation, development and manufacture of new drugs. Pharmaceutical scientists have the power to transform patients lives by developing new treatments for diseases.<br/><br/>This new and already popular course will take you inside this complex and ever-expanding field of discovery.<br/><br/>Pharmaceutical science encompasses chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology and physiology. It looks at how different drugs act on the human body and how their healing effects can be safely used.<br/><br/>Well introduce you to a diverse selection of subjects to help you gain an insight into the development, design, delivery and use of new drugs. This thorough background will ensure that a wide range of career choices will be open to you when you graduate.<br/><br/>Youll be entitled to become a student member of the Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences (APS), the professional body for pharmaceutical sciences in the UK.<br/><br/>This course offers the opportunity of year-long work placement between years two and three. If you choose to take this option, youll spend your third year working in the pharmaceutical industry, adding valuable practical experience to your growing academic knowledge.<br/><br/>The first year of this course is shared with other biosciences degrees at UEL, giving you maximum flexibility if you decide to transfer to a different course for years two and three.<br/><br/>Our foundation year is perfect if you want to study for a degree in pharmaceutical science but you dont have the standard qualifications, if youre not sure if this is the right degree for you or youre coming from an extended break in education.

Clearing isn't just an opportunity to go to university, it's an opportunity to study in one of the greatest cities in the world. <br/><br/>UEL is spread out across three campuses in East London. Think modern buildings, trendy new restaurants and spectacular river views. Alongside excellent transport links that will get you to central London in just 21 minutes, UEL's campuses are kitted out with state-of-the-art facilities, including: 24/7 libraries and learning centres, multimedia production centres - complete with audio and visual labs and studios, a £21m SportsDock centre, a Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub, specialist dance and performance art spaces, a Harvard lecture theatre, and a simulated courtroom for mooting experience. <br/><br/>As a UEL student, you'll also have access to over 90 clubs and societies, one of the best gyms in London, two student hubs, a variety of cafes & restaurants, and a lively student bar. <br/><br/>Discover the experience of a lifetime at the University of East London.